2005 Mercedes-Benz A vs. 2007 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Toyota Corolla is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz A would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz A (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Corolla. (114 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz A should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 105 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz A.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercedes-Benz A (300 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Corolla. (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz A | 2007 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | A | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 17.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 12.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 55 L |
